Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

percussivebunny • April 5, 2013Best dirty chai I have ever had! Not super sweet, but deliciously spiced. Yum!

Matei P. • August 18, 2015Excellent, American style ice cream! A local institution well worth experiencing. Incredible Flavors!

Nick B. • June 6, 2014Incredible pork bánh mi, and the other sandwich we ordered was equally amazing.

Arielle • March 25, 2022Can’t go wrong with any ice cream flavors. Favorites are peanut butter chocolate and fresh mint patty. Don’t forget to get a chilly dog for you furry friend too.

Vinay D. • March 21, 2016Get the fried cauliflower, the sauces make the experience superb!

Amanda A. • March 11, 2012This place was on the Food Network! Food is great and they give big servings; service is also on point!

Jason A. • June 19, 2014Their coffee rivals anything I've had around the world. When I'm in Santa Barbara, I always make it a point to stop.

Doug d. • January 12, 2016Well made classic cocktails in a attractive, comfortable space, my Martini (pictured) was excellent, and you will be warmly welcomed with a complimentary glass of punch.

Laurissa • September 8, 2014Gluten free and paleo heaven! The gluten free French toast was delicious. Wish I could have tried even more of their menu options!

Kai T. • September 4, 2018I always get the Margherita d.o.c. Pizza and I add fennel sausage. Delicious!

eric b. • January 20, 2020Great if incredibly popular location. Good selection of pastries/scones and you can skip the line if you just want food or drip coffee.

Ana Clare S. • October 10, 2016The batata harra are amazing! Cocktail menu is also great. If you don't like garlic don't come here.

Jessica D. • December 23, 2010South coast veggie is my dream veggie sandwich! Always fresh ingredients!

Tatiana M. • January 16, 2013The Market Roasted Veggies and the Wild mushroom & pancetta flat bread are delicious!!!!!

Charles E. • August 27, 2014Bacon wrapped tiger shrimp... Yum. Dessert? Chocolate pecan pie hits the spot. Wonderful "French" atmosphere.

Mike W. • September 15, 2013This place is absolutely outstanding... Try the special rolls and nigiri. They serve amazing combination!

騰 龍. • May 4, 2017Best lingua, cabaza, and steamed beef tacos this side of the Mississippi

Christina S. • February 13, 2014Get the Cinnamon Honey Latter with almond milk! A delicious kick-start to your day

Jenna N. • July 16, 2013Huge menu with lots of options, delicious, and friendly staff. Snag a table or get it to go.

Mark P. • February 20, 2014The pork belly BLTA is a decadent combo of flavors. Pork Belly: bacon's younger, hotter sister.

Esfandiar B. • February 14, 2015The good stuff? The staff is very friendly. I like the open dining area. I enjoy cooks and chefs that explore their art.

Brian I. • January 5, 2013Cajun Kitchen is the spot for me for breakfast! The Goleta location and this location are my favs!

Dmitrii C. • December 21, 2014High-end restaurant with a local theme: E.g., Acorn Tagliatelle (an excellent dish!) includes acorn flour used by the Chumash for eons. Spacious outdoor patio with mountain views is rare in this town.

David H. • May 28, 2018Sal de mer ceviche tostada is one of the best ive eaten anywhere. So good.

Marisol S. • July 19, 2016Super cute. Well stocked wine selection and lots of beers on tap. Buy a bottle or have a glass. Great prices too.

Shannon F. • February 24, 2012The tortellini with veal and cream sauce is amazing. A must have

Travis M. • January 15, 2016The Brie sauce is amazing. The perfect sweet/savory dish.

roderick t. • April 11, 2010Tri-tip burrito, a local favorite!

Steve L. • December 1, 2013Kid-friendly, fantastic sushi, and reasonably priced too. Try the sushi/sashimi combo for a great sampling.